Kwanza
boy nameKwanza entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #3857 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#3857
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4358 |
| 1990s | #8868 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kwanza are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kwanza alive today was born around 1977, making them about 48 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kwanza in 2025?
- Kwanza is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kwanza most popular?
- Kwanza peaked in 1978, reaching #3857 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kwanza with classmates?
- Kwanza will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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